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Why Worry About Obesity?
Obesity is a serious illness that can lead to many medical complications. Information about some of the more common complications is available here. Let's examine obesity from two distinctly different perspectives — its effect on life expectancy (as shown in the table below) and that of the bean counter (no offense to the accounting or actuarial profession intended).Obesity and Life Expectancy
Obesity significantly reduces life expectancy, as shown in the table below:
| Years of life lost at age 40 in overweight and obese compared to normal weight, non-smokers. | ||
| Female | Male | |
| Overweight (BMI 25 to 30) and non-smoker | -3.3 years | -3.1 years |
| Obese (BMI over 30) and non-smoker | -7.1 years | -5.8 years |
| Overweight and smoker | -7.2 years | -6.7 years |
| Obese and smoker | -13.3 years | -13.7 years |
Ref: Ann Intern Med. 2003;138:24-32
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The above information is for general purposes only and should not be construed as definitive or binding medical advice. Because each person is medically different, individuals should consult their own personal physicians for specific information and/or treatment recommendations.